DEP

5798

Program
Automobile Mechanics
Code
5798
Diploma Type
Secondary School Vocational Diploma (DVS)
Number of Credits
120
Number of Competencies
30
Length of Training
1800 hours
Tuition Fees (Local)
$19,950.00 CAD
Tuition Fees (International)
$23,950.00 CAD
Program Description
Vehicles are becoming more complex every year, and mechanics who graduate from Aviron Technical Institute are trained to understand all of their components and intricacies.

Automobile mechanics are generalists. Their work consists primarily in maintaining motor vehicles in perfect working order while complying with health, safety and environmental laws and regulations.

We offer you the opportunity to become a great mechanic through our 1,800- hour program. During the program, you will acquire 29 competencies, working on conventional and computer-controlled motor vehicle components and systems, including the drive train, standard and automatic transmissions, the differential and axles, hydraulic and air suspension, the steering system, brakes, carburetors and cold-start devices, the cranking and charging system, and electric and electronic accessories.

Mechanics perform the following activities:

  • Take preventive and corrective action; 
  • Inspect vehicles in order to identify defects, their causes and their sources; 
  • Repair, replace and adjust parts; 
  • Installing optional equipment and accessories; 
  • Comply with occupational health and safety and environmental protection legislation 

Mechanics must also constantly refer to manufacturers’ plans, drawings, specifications and recommendations.

Mechanics need to be well-organized, independent, detail-oriented and interested in manual and intellectual work. They must also have diagnostic and problem-solving skills, a sense of responsibility, and good communication skills. They have to be versatile and willing to continue learning about their trade throughout their career.

* This DVS program is eligible for student financial assistance from the Government of Quebec.
Main Job Operations
Mechanics perform some or all of the following functions:

Automotive service technicians: 

  • Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicle, and test automotive systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate faults 
  • Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems including fuel system, brakes, steering and suspension, engine and drive train, emission control and exhaust, cooling and climate control, and electrical and electronic systems using hand tools and other specialized automotive repair equipment
  • Perform scheduled maintenance service, such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups
  • Mechanical repairers, motor vehicle manufacturing: Inspect and test mechanical units, such as engines, transmissions, axles and brake systems, to locate faults and malfunctions
  • Test and adjust units to specifications for proper performance.
Program Content
  • 843-401 15h • 1cr
    Determine their suitability for the trade and the training process
  • 843-412 30h • 2cr
    Avoid health, safety and environmental hazards
  • 843-423 45h • 3cr
    Find technical information about motor vehicles
  • 843-433 45h • 3cr
    Perform heating, welding and cutting operations
  • 843-445 75h • 5cr
    Do shop work
  • 843-452 30h • 2cr
    Establish interpersonal relationships at work
  • 843-465 75h • 5cr
    Inspect internal combustion engines
  • 843-476 90h • 6cr
    Repair internal combustion engines
  • 843-484 60h • 4cr
    Inspect road-holding systems
  • 843-496 90h • 6cr
    Repair road-holding systems
  • 783-494 60h • 4cr
    To install and maintain three-phase transformers
  • 843-506 90h • 6cr
    Inspect electrical and electronic systems
  • 843-514 60h • 4cr
    Repair lighting systems
  • 843-524 60h • 4cr
    Inspect basic computer-controlled systems
  • 843-536 90h • 6cr
    Inspect transmission systems
  • 843-547 105h • 7cr
    Repair transmission systems
  • 843-555 75h • 5cr
    Inspect starting and charging systems and electromagnetic accessories
  • 843-565 75h • 5cr
    Repair starting and charging systems and electromagnetic accessories
  • 843-573 45h • 3cr
    Inspect engine and passenger compartment temperature control systems
  • 843-583 45h • 3cr
    Maintain and repair engine and passenger compartment temperature control systems
  • 843-593 45h • 3cr
    Inspect active and passive safety systems
  • 843-604 60h • 4cr
    Repair active and passive safety systems
  • 843-614 60h • 4cr
    Do general maintenance on a motor vehicle
  • 843-624 60h • 4cr
    Inspect electronic ignition systems
  • 843-634 60h • 4cr
    Repair electronic ignition systems
  • 843-644 60h • 4cr
    Inspect electronic injection and antipollution systems
  • 843-655 75h • 5cr
    Maintain and repair electronic injection and antipollution systems
  • 843-655 75h • 5cr
    Inspect the drive train
  • 843-671 15h • 1cr
    Carry out a job search
  • 843-686 90h • 6cr
    Enter the work force

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